Multiple sclerosis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBDec 24, 2022 · The cause of multiple sclerosis is unknown. It's considered an immune mediated disease in which the body's immune system attacks its own tissues. In the case of MS, this immune system malfunction destroys the fatty substance that coats and protects nerve fibers in the brain and spinal cord (myelin).
Multiple sclerosis - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
WEBDec 24, 2022 · Treatment typically focuses on speeding recovery from attacks, reducing new radiographic and clinical relapses, slowing the progression of the disease, and managing MS symptoms. Some people have such mild symptoms that no treatment is necessary. Multiple sclerosis research laboratory at Mayo Clinic.
What is multiple sclerosis? An expert explains - Mayo Clinic
WEBJan 7, 2022 · Watch as a Mayo Clinic expert explains the basics of multiple sclerosis. Find out about multiple sclerosis symptoms, causes, prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
Esclerosis múltiple - Síntomas y causas - Mayo Clinic
WEBDec 24, 2022 · Los signos y síntomas de la esclerosis múltiple pueden variar mucho según la persona y durante el transcurso de la enfermedad, según la ubicación de las fibras nerviosas afectadas. Entre los síntomas comunes se incluyen:
Multiple sclerosis - Care at Mayo Clinic
WEBDec 24, 2022 · Click here for an infographic to learn more. MS can be difficult to diagnose, as symptoms often vary from person to person or may be caused by a different condition. An accurate diagnosis is critical to provide the most effective care. Mayo Clinic's MS care teams evaluate thousands of people with MS each year.
Explaining multiple sclerosis - Mayo Clinic
WEBNov 7, 2023 · Because multiple sclerosis affects the central nervous system white matter, that means the brain, cervical and thoracic spine -- all may be involved with multiple sclerosis. An MRI is important to identify typical MS lesions there.
Demyelinating disease: What can you do about it? - Mayo Clinic
WEBApr 27, 2024 · Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common demyelinating disease of the central nervous system. In this disease, the immune system attacks the myelin sheath or the cells that produce and maintain it. The attack causes swelling, also known as inflammation, and injury to the myelin sheath.
Optic neuritis - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBSep 29, 2021 · Signs and symptoms of optic neuritis can be the first indication of multiple sclerosis (MS), or they can occur later in the course of MS. MS is a disease that causes inflammation and damage to nerves in your brain as well as the optic nerve.
Multiple myeloma - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBJul 30, 2024 · Having multiple myeloma lowers the body's ability to fight infections. Bone problems. Multiple myeloma can cause bone pain, thinning bones and broken bones. Kidney problems. Multiple myeloma may cause problems with the kidneys. It can lead to kidney failure. Low red blood cell count, called anemia.
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Understanding multiple sclerosis
WEBOct 24, 2018 · DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What causes multiple sclerosis, or MS, in people who don't have it in their family? ANSWER: The exact cause of MS isn’t known. But it’s clear that a variety of factors can increase a person’s risk of developing this disease.